Teaching Math through Play

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Teaching children through play Building Blocks

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Stretch to Kindergarten

Technological Resources STEM Teaching Math Through Play: Blending Math, Science, and Technology Building Blocks building math concepts out of children's activitiesusing software that is designed for kidswork on spatial concepts and geometric conceptsin one study, curriculum improved children's sequencing, shape identification, composition of shapes, numerical strategies and spacial imagery over the control since 2007, Americans behind in math and science

increase hands-on inquiry-based activities in the math and science curriculumex: digging for dinosaur bones, meeting professionals, working with circuits

focus on process skills not just content knowledge

do scientific investigations for themselves other uses of technology by Celeste Lattanzi ex: teaching 1-1 have kids set a table1 plate, 1 spoon, 1 cup, per person Addition and Pizza Children have three toppings, make it seven

- practice "counting on, finding change, and finding result" Kids can learn how counting and basic math apply to everyday life with Love to Count by Pirate Trio. By splitting a pizza evenly for the pirates, kids practice fractions. Counting the number of fish the pirates catch or playing with dominoes provides counting practice. Kids also can practice telling their left hand from right, basic time telling, shapes, and adding. By blending simple math skills into pirate games, Love to Count by Pirate Trio helps kids understand why math matters. Love to Count by Pirate Trio ABCMouse.com Kids can learn the fundamentals of math and reading and are introduced to art, music, science, and social studies. The content ranges from recognition of letters, shapes, colors, and numbers for preschoolers to reading comprehension and measurement for kindergarteners. Kids can visit the farm or the zoo areas to learn fun facts about animals. ABCMouse also includes printable items for kids to practice tracing letters, identifying patterns, and more. Engaging and customizable activities get young kids excited about learning and prepared for school. Supposedly free to all public schools in the USA and Canada.